Dorothys Meatballs and Spaghetti

• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
• 14 cup chopped parsley
• 1 pinch basil
• 12 teaspoon thyme
• 14 teaspoon pepper
• 2 12 teaspoons salt
• 14 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons salad oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 medium onions, minced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 14 cup chopped parsley
• 12 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 12 cup fine breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 12 teaspoon pepper

1. Combine meatball ingredients, making sure not to overwork.
2. Form into large balls, about 3 inches diameter (small is not as good).
3. For sauce, cook onion and garlic in oil for 5 minutes.
4. Add tomatoes and simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes.
5. Add 1 cup water, parsley, tomato paste and spices, and bring to a boil.
6. Add meatballs, cover, and simmer for 2 hours.
7. Serve over hot spaghetti.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/dorothy-s-meatballs-and-spaghetti-129079 (may not work)